A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier is the autobiographical narrative of Ishmael Beah’s experiences as a child soldier during the civil war in Sierra Leone. The book recounts his early life, conscription into a rebel army at the age of 13, and the harrowing acts of violence he both witnessed and participated in. The narrative also follows his eventual rehabilitation, his experiences with UNICEF, and his path to healing and advocacy.
A Handbook for New Stoics is a practical guide that applies ancient Stoic wisdom to modern life challenges. The authors, Massimo Pigliucci and Gregory Lopez, offer 52 lessons—one for each week of the year—that encourage readers to practice Stoicism’s core philosophies. Emphasizing self-awareness, resilience, and personal growth, the book walks readers through exercises to develop Stoic virtues and improve their emotional well-being.
This book is a self-help guide that encourages readers to accept themselves, flaws and all. Author Brené Brown offers ten guideposts to help readers engage with the world from a place of worthiness. The guideposts include cultivating authenticity, self-compassion, a resilient spirit, gratitude and joy, intuition and trusting faith, creativity, play and rest, calm and stillness, meaningful work, and laughter, song, and dance.
Written by Jon Gordon, ‘The Energy Bus’ takes readers on an enlightening and inspiring ride that reveals 10 secrets for approaching life and work with the kind of positive, forward thinking that leads to true accomplishment. The protagonist, George, learns valuable life lessons from a unique bus driver, Joy, and her delightful group of passengers.
This book is a diary written by Anne Frank, a Jewish girl living in Amsterdam during World War II. She and her family were hiding from the Nazis for two years. The diary describes her experiences, emotions, and challenges during this time.
In ‘Small Mercies’, author Richard Anderson explores the complexities of rural life in Australia, focusing on the Mercy family. The book portrays the struggles of daily life, family dynamics, and the impact of drought on rural communities. It’s a tale of resilience, survival, and the strength of community spirit amid adversity.
In Order to Live is a memoir written by Yeonmi Park, a North Korean defector and human rights activist. She narrates her harrowing journey from North Korea to China and finally to South Korea. The book uncovers the brutal reality of life in North Korea and the inhumane conditions that people endure under an oppressive regime.
Hidden Potential is a motivational book written by author Sara Canaday. It discusses how people often overlook their weaknesses and only focus on their strengths. The author argues that these weaknesses, or ‘blind spots’, can actually be the areas with the most hidden potential. The book provides a practical guide on how to identify these blind spots and harness them for personal and professional growth.
In ‘Good Inside’, psychologist Dr. Amy Silverman offers a practical guide to enhancing emotional intelligence and promoting inner health. The book covers a range of topics, from managing stress and anxiety to fostering empathy and emotional resilience. It provides scientifically-backed strategies and exercises, encouraging readers to understand and manage their emotions, and to cultivate a more positive and productive mindset.